A Detailed Comparison of the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli.

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Whoodle Versus Xoloitzcuintli: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Whoodle and for the Xoloitzcuintli. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Whoodle or the Xoloitzcuintli.

Whoodle versus Xoloitzcuintli: Overview

Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli are similar in size. The Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Whoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Xoloitzcuintli belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Whoodle versus Xoloitzcuintli: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Whoodle to the Xoloitzcuintli based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli

Factor Whoodle Xoloitzcuintli
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 1/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 14 to 20 years
Height 12 to 20 inches 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Weight 20 to 45 pounds 10 to 50 pounds
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 1/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 17.0 years
Average Price $2230 $1890
Price Range $1650 – $2550 $1000 – $2500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Opthalmologist
  • OFA Hip Evaluation
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Whoodle in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Xoloitzcuintli. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Whoodle is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Xoloitzcuintli is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Whoodle is a better pet than the Xoloitzcuintli. So, you should get the Whoodle!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli

    Below is a list of where the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli are most different:

  • Whoodles are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Xoloitzcuintlis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Whoodles have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Xoloitzcuintlis have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Whoodles are very friendly towards strangers. However, Xoloitzcuintlis are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • The Similarities Between the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli

    The Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli are most similar:

  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli are not easy to train.
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Whoodle versus Xoloitzcuintli

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli.

    Whoodles weigh 20 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Whoodles are 12 to 20 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Xoloitzcuintlis weigh 10 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Xoloitzcuintlis are 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Whoodle versus Xoloitzcuintli

    The lifespan of Whoodles is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Whoodles is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is between 14 to 20 years. The average lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is 17.0 years.

    Xoloitzcuintlis live longer than Whoodles.

    Price of Whoodle versus Price of Xoloitzcuintli

    The average price of the Whoodle puppy is $2230. The price of the Whoodle typically ranges from $1650 – $2550. However, the price of a Whoodle can be as low as $1050 and as high as $6225. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 66 Whoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Xoloitzcuintli puppy is $1890. The price of the Xoloitzcuintli typically ranges from $1000 – $2500. However, the price of the Xoloitzcuintli can be as low as $500 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 33 Xoloitzcuintli puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Whoodle is more expensive than the Xoloitzcuintli.

    Whoodle Xoloitzcuintli
    Average Price $2230 $1890
    Price Range $1650 to $2550 $1000 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Whoodle and Xoloitzcuintli. For different price points, the charts show how many Whoodle puppies or how many Xoloitzcuintli puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Whoodles. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Whoodles. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Xoloitzcuintlis

    A breakdown of the prices of Xoloitzcuintlis

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Whoodle puppy or the Xoloitzcuintli puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Whoodle versus Xoloitzcuintli

    Whoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not like to be left alone.

    Do Whoodles shed more than Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Whoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Whoodle or the Xoloitzcuintli

    Whoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Whoodle or the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Whoodles are moderately easy to groom.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are very easy to groom.

    Does the Whoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Whoodles have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Xoloitzcuintlis have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Whoodles Bark and Howl? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Whoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Whoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Whoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Xoloitzcuintlis can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Whoodle vs. Xoloitzcuintli

    Whoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Xoloitzcuintlis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Whoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Whoodles cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Xoloitzcuintlis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Whoodle or the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Whoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Whoodles good family dogs? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Whoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Whoodles and Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Whoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Xoloitzcuintlis get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Whoodle Easier to Train than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Whoodles are not easy to train.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Whoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Whoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Xoloitzcuintlis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Whoodle or the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Whoodles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Whoodle

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Whoodle that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Whoodle:

  • Barbet (74 percent match with Whoodle). Here is our comparison of the Xoloitzcuintli vs Barbet.
  • Hovawart (75 percent match with Whoodle). Here is our comparison of the Xoloitzcuintli vs Hovawart.
  • Lakeland Terrier (73 percent match with Whoodle). Here is our comparison of the Xoloitzcuintli vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Xoloitzcuintli

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Xoloitzcuintli that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Xoloitzcuintli:

  • Glen of Imaal Terrier (70 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Whoodle vs Glen of Imaal Terrier.
  • Karelian Bear Dog (70 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Whoodle vs Karelian Bear Dog.
  • Lhasapoo (71 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Whoodle vs Lhasapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Whoodle and how the Xoloitzcuintli compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Whoodle and of the Xoloitzcuintli to other breeds:

    Whoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Whoodle versus Barbet     Whoodle versus Brussels Griffon     Whoodle versus Mudi     Whoodle versus Cavapoo     Whoodle versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Whoodle versus Finnish Lapphund     Whoodle versus Field Spaniel     Whoodle versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Whoodle versus Pomchi     Whoodle versus French Bulldog     Whoodle versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Whoodle versus Bracco Italiano     Whoodle versus Japanese Spitz     Whoodle versus Miniature Schnauzer     Whoodle versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Whoodle versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Whoodle versus Black Russian Terrier     Whoodle versus Miniature Poodle     Whoodle versus Havanese     Whoodle versus Shiba Inu     Whoodle versus Yorkipoo     Whoodle versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Whoodle versus Schnoodle     Whoodle versus Mal Shi     

    Xoloitzcuintli Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Xoloitzcuintli versus American Water Spaniel     Xoloitzcuintli versus Pomchi     Xoloitzcuintli versus Carolina Dog     Xoloitzcuintli versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Xoloitzcuintli versus American Hairless Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Norwegian Lundehund     Xoloitzcuintli versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Xoloitzcuintli versus Basset Hound     Xoloitzcuintli versus Miniature Schnauzer     Xoloitzcuintli versus Portuguese Pointer     Xoloitzcuintli versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Xoloitzcuintli versus Border Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus West Highland White Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Komondor     Xoloitzcuintli versus Shetland Sheepdog     Xoloitzcuintli versus English Cocker Spaniel     Xoloitzcuintli versus Japanese Spitz     Xoloitzcuintli versus Tibetan Spaniel     Xoloitzcuintli versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Xoloitzcuintli versus Sloughi     Xoloitzcuintli versus Boykin Spaniel     Xoloitzcuintli versus Yorkipoo     Xoloitzcuintli versus King Shepherd     Xoloitzcuintli versus Dogo Argentino     Xoloitzcuintli versus German Shorthaired Pointer     

    Conclusion: Whoodle versus Xoloitzcuintli. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Whoodle and the Xoloitzcuintli better suits you and your family.